Putnam County taxpayers paid $16,590 in County Sales Tax in June, according to Illinois tax records.
This figure marks a significant decrease from the previous month, when County Sales Tax collection stood at $21,394.
Over the past 12 months, Putnam County’s residents have collectively paid a total of $157,142 in County Sales Tax.
The County Sales Tax is a local sales tax imposed on retail sales of goods and services within a specific county. It is one of the primary sources of revenue for county governments, funding a wide range of essential services, including education, infrastructure, public safety, public health, and social services. The average rate imposed in Illinois is around 8.2%.
A 2025 WalletHub study found that Illinois has the highest overall taxes in the U.S., with rates more than 50% higher than the national average. The study estimates that a median household in Illinois pays an effective tax rate of 16.58%, or about $13,099 per year.
| Month | Amount Collected | % Change from Previous Month |
|---|---|---|
| June | $16,590 | -22.5% |
| May | $21,394 | 43.1% |
| April | $14,946 | 18.3% |
| March | $12,637 | 39.4% |
| February | $9,067 | -1.7% |
| January | $9,224 | -10.8% |
| December 2024 | $10,340 | -37.6% |
| November 2024 | $16,582 | 41.9% |
| October 2024 | $11,684 | 9.6% |
| September 2024 | $10,665 | -27.4% |
| August 2024 | $14,690 | 57.6% |
| July 2024 | $9,323 | -5.7% |
| June 2024 | $9,882 | – |
